Elwin Smith

Elwin Smith passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Audrey Vial Smith, and his parents, Rayford Butler Smith and Jonnie Mabel Smith. Elwin was the loving father of his devoted daughter, Susan Marie Smith, beloved brother of twin brother Melwin Smith (Geraldine), and sisters Donis Pannagl and Betty Forman (Gary). He will be also be missed by a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Born in Franklin County, Mississippi (McCall Creek), Elwin was a resident of Metairie, Louisiana for 71 years. He was a U. S. Army veteran, serving in Korea and honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant, and was a member VFW Post 3267. He retired from New Orleans Public Service (Entergy) after 40 years of service and was a faithful member of Bridgedale Baptist Church.

Elwin began playing bluegrass music at the age of 10 with twin brother Melwin and played for the next 75 years throughout Louisiana and South Mississippi with The Dixie Ramblers, The Country Boys and The McCall Creek Band, to name a few. Elwin could play many instruments but specializing on the dobro. He will be remembered always for his willingness to help family, friends and neighbors with any task anytime.

The family would like to thank Andrea, Michelle, Jennifer, Karen and Paul for their dedicated care and friendship this past year.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum.

The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com